The JoyPowered Workspace Podcast

Background Screening for a Better Workplace

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss background screens with Brad Odil, President and COO of RSI. Topics include the primary reasons companies run background checks, why a state police report is not sufficient, and what to look for in a background screener.

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Thriving Beyond a Global Pandemic

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss helping businesses and staff members move through the emotions many have experienced due to the pandemic with Dr. Saundra Schrock, CEO of Levelhead. Topics include why it's important to continue dialogue about the pandemic, the pandemic's impact on mental wellness, and how those impacts might surface in the workplace.

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Write Right and Speak Smart

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss writing and speaking skills with trainer Linda Comerford. Topics include why it's important to know the latest in grammar and punctuation skills, how oral grammar differs from written grammar, and tips for writing and speaking more confidently, competently, and correctly.

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Powering Up the People Profession (Sponsored Episode)

If you're a consultant in the people space - or an organization that wants to reach them - you'll want to listen to this one! In this sponsored episode, JoDee and Susan discuss JoDee's new company, Powered by Purple Ink, with PbPI's VP of Strategy and Operations, Christine Burrows. Topics include why a consultant might want to join this network, the ultimate vision for Powered by Purple Ink, and how it will provide value to early stage HR consultants.

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Sabbaticals

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss sabbaticals with university professor Dr. Carlotta Berry and retired CPA firm partner Joe Meyer. Topics include advice for anyone going on sabbatical, concerns about taking sabbaticals, how companies might implement a sabbatical benefit, and who else benefits when an employee takes a sabbatical.

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The JoyPowered® Organization

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the newest JoyPowered® book, The JoyPowered® Organization, with JoDee's fellow authors Megan Nail and Jeremy York. Topics include the difference between our first book and this one, why people strategy is important to an organization's success, and how employers are being innovative in the benefits they're offering employees.

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• The JoyPowered® Shop www.getjoypowered.com/shop
• The JoyPowered® Leadership program www.purpleinkllc.com/joypoweredleadership

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Employment Litigation: Lessons Learned

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss employment litigation with Kayla Ernst, an attorney in Ice Miller's Labor and Employment Group. Topics include an overview of the litigation process, what makes litigation burdensome on employers, and steps employers can take to avoid litigation.

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You and the EEOC

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission with EEOC trial attorney Gina Carrillo. Topics include common EEOC charges, novel issues the EEOC is currently facing, and what responses the EEOC is looking for from employers when there's a complaint.

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Elevating Your Game: Moving from Tactical Thinker to Strategic Leader

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss strategic leadership with author, speaker, and executive coach Val Grubb. Topics include key elements of good strategic leadership, how to find time for strategy, and how those who are new to the workforce can contribute strategically.

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Championing Change Management

In this episode, JoDee and Susan discuss change management with change experts Emmett Vollenweider and Delia Mallory. Topics include advice for business leaders leading teams through major change, common mistakes made during change implementations, and the "secret sauce" to successfully executing change.

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